Taught course

Primary (3-11 Age Range) with QTS

Institution
Cardiff Metropolitan University · Cardiff School of Education and Social Policy
Qualifications
PGCE(QTS)

Entry requirements

For more information, please visit our website.

Months of entry

September

Course content

If you are a graduate with a passion for learning and an interest in a career in primary teaching, this course is for you. The PGCE Primary (3-11 Age Range) with QTS degree at Cardiff Met is a one-year course that leads to the award of qualified teacher status. The course aims to prepare student teachers to be highly skilled, confident, critically reflective and innovative practitioners who are committed to life-long professional learning and the education of young people.

The PGCE Primary (3-11 Age Range) with QTS is also available to study through the medium of Welsh, TAR Cynradd.

Distinctive Features of the Degree

  • 60 credits at master’s level that can be ‘traded in’ towards an MA in Education.
  • University and school experiences that train student teachers to teach the Curriculum for Wales across the 3-11 age range.
  • Students are prepared for a PGCE qualification widely recognised throughout the United Kingdom and the rest of the world.
  • Research-informed clinical practice where structured opportunities enable student teachers to use theory to interrogate practice and vice versa.
  • A supportive and collaborative culture of learning.
  • School-led training days led by schools identified as leading providers of education and professional development.
  • A ‘return day’ to university and/or lead partnership schools every week to consolidate and cohere learning.
  • Opportunities for cross-phase learning with our PGCE Secondary programme.
  • Person-centred enrichment opportunities to build on strengths and develop innovative, collaborative, professional learning and leadership skills.
  • A commitment to the development of Welsh language skills of all student teachers based on their individual experience and needs.

Information for international students

For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the International pages on our website.

Fees and funding

For more information on postgraduate funding, please visit our website.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGCE(QTS)
    full time
    12 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Admissions Team
Email
askadmissions@cardiffmet.ac.uk
Phone
02920 416044